How many syllables in “experimental”?
syllables in "experimental"
Word details
Syllables
5
ex · pe · ri · men · tal
Letters
12
e · x · p · e · r · i · m · e · n · t · a · l
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “experimental”
The word “experimental” contains 5 syllables, divided as ex · pe · ri · men · tal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "experimental" have?
"experimental" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "experimental" into syllables?
"experimental" is divided into syllables as: ex · pe · ri · men · tal.
What is the Scrabble score for "experimental"?
The Scrabble score for "experimental" is 23 points.
Using “experimental” in writing
"experimental" (ex · pe · ri · men · tal) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “experimental” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.